10 Makeup Mistakes Pros Wish You’d Stop Making

Using the wrong color foundation

This is a common problem with a very simple solution: Go to a makeup counter and get matched up! “Foundation is one product that you must try before you buy,” says makeup artist Lori Hamlin Penske. A pro can help you find the right formulation for your skin type and the perfect shade. Complexion can have different depths and undertones. The same goes for foundations. Once you determine the tone of skin tone, you simply need to find the depth of color that matches best. The easiest way to find a match is to pick a few shades and apply a dab of each (in a row) along the jawline. “You must check the match in natural light. Don’t be afraid to go outside with a mirror before purchasing!”